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Dropping In With Charlie Houpert

PsychoTherapist on Why 99% Are Stuck In Past Failures (Dr. Richard Schwartz Interview)

Dec 29, 2023
Dr. Richard Schwartz, a world leading psychotherapist, discusses Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, the connection between past traumas and being stuck, and how IFS can cure anxiety and even PTSD. They explore men's mental health and societal expectations, as well as the importance of support in healing. They also touch on the way people talk about science and different parenting approaches.
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  • Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps individuals resolve inner limitations and unconscious trauma by understanding and working with different parts within ourselves to promote healing.
  • IFS offers a safe way to explore and address past experiences without becoming overwhelmed, allowing individuals to move towards healing and growth.

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The Power of Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a method pioneered by Dr. Dick Schwartz that helps individuals resolve inner limitations and unconscious trauma. It involves understanding the different parts within ourselves and working with them to promote healing. The approach emphasizes that there are no bad parts, but rather parts that have taken on extreme roles due to past experiences. By accessing the self, which is a core part of our being, we can help these stuck parts heal and transform. This method has shown positive outcomes, including reduced symptoms of PTSD and increased overall well-being.

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